[221] In October 2017, in the wake of the Harvey Weinstein sexual abuse scandal, Witherspoon revealed that she had been sexually assaulted at age 16 by a director and had had "multiple experiences of harassment and sexual assault" throughout her career. Adult humans. Graeme O'Neil takes a look at Reese Witherspoon's attempting to follow Lizzo's instructions for the TikTok "About Damn Time" dance, and Lizzo's reaction. Nobody else is as funny or brings such charm to things. "[61] The Charlotte Observer called her work "an excellent performance that's soft around the edges", and the Los Angeles Times concluded that Becky is "a role Reese Witherspoon was born to play". She also shared a picture of herself and Tennessee at a beach on her Instagram Story. [96] The film received mainly unfavorable reviews, with an approval rating of 35% on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 111 reviews as of December 2010. Her performance earned her praise and garnered her the Young Hollywood Award for Best Female Breakthrough Performance. "[34] She also appeared in a music video by Marcy Playground for the film's soundtrack. Sing became Witherspoon's biggest commercial success, being the first of her films to make over $200 million domestically and $600 million worldwide. [108], In September 2011, a year after beginning work on This Means War, she filmed a small role in Jeff Nichols's coming-of-age drama Mud in Arkansas, playing Juniper, the former girlfriend of a fugitive (Matthew McConaughey), who enlists two local boys to help him evade capture and rekindle his romance with her. "And the biggest heart in the world. "[191], In 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Witherspoon announced the "Draper James Loves Teachers" initiative, offering free dresses from the clothing collection to teachers. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. I'm so lucky to be your mama. [12] Her parents are still legally married, although they separated in 1996. May 10, 2012 -- intro: While actress Reese Witherspoon is about to begin a new family with husband Jim Toth, the pregnant 36-year-old's mother and father might be heading to court now that Betty Witherspoon has sued husband John Witherspoon in Tennessee, accusing him of bigamy. ", "Vocal coach Roger Love helps put the sing in Hollywood performances", "2006 Film Actress in a Leading Role | BAFTA Awards", "From Toronto: Let the film festival begin! [200] In 2006, she was listed among the Time 100. [210] A study conducted by E-Poll Market Research showed that Witherspoon was the most likable female celebrity of 2007. [23] Film critic Roger Ebert commented, "Her first kiss is one of the most perfect little scenes I've ever seen in a movie. While speaking to PEOPLE at Coachella, Ava joked about their tendency to dress alike, even when they are apart. With Reese Witherspoon, Colin Firth, Alessandro Nivola, James Hamrick. "Happy birthday to my sweet boy!" One of Reese ancestors, John Witherspoon, was one of those who signed the Declaration of Independence. The New York Times remarked that this "extended the box office cold streak for the Oscar-winning Ms. [39], The 2001 film Legally Blonde marked a turning point in Witherspoon's career; she starred as Elle Woods, a fashion-merchandising major who decides to become a law student to follow her ex-boyfriend to Harvard Law School. "Big Birthday Love for @deaconphillippe today ! "Perfect Sunday with my guy @deaconphillippe ," she captioned a photo of Deacon sitting across from her at a restaurant. [172][173] Witherspoon will produce two films including A White Lie set to star Zendaya, and a documentary about Martina Navratilova. [193], In 2013, Witherspoon recorded a cover of the classic Frank Sinatra and Nancy Sinatra duet, "Somethin' Stupid" with Michael Bubl for his 2013 album, To Be Loved. Celebs at Home: Carrie Underwood Shows Off Her New Greenhouse That She Built and More! [138] The film was mostly well-received; The Hollywood Reporter critic praised the touching story and performances of the cast, writing that Witherspoon does not "upstage" her colleagues. [67] "That was the most challenging part of the role," she later recalled. Direct communication can sometimes get right to the point. Buddy Witherspoon, Etel -Carolinan republikaanipuolueen entinen kansallinen toimeenpaneva komitea; James Hervey Witherspoon, nuorempi, (1810-1865), Yhdysvaltain liittovaltion poliitikko; On Dec. 31, 2023, Ava posted a photo on Instagram of herself in a hospital, revealing that she'd injured her ankle. I still hate her.' read her caption. I was just kind of working, you know. All because my clumsy self tried to hop over a (very large) rain puddle in heels," she wrote in the caption.Ava continued, "I will definitely be adding "be gentler with my body" to my list of new year's resolutions!". "My response is always, 'Duh How are you surprised that children look like their parents?' The actress and her only sibling look nearly identical. [204] She has appeared on the annual Celebrity 100 list by Forbes magazine in 2006 and 2007, at No. In September 2022, Witherspoon celebrated her youngest's 10th birthday by sharing a sweet photo of Tennessee in a pair of oversized sunglasses and a blue polo. Reese spent the first 4 years of her life in Wiesbaden, Hesse, Germany, where her father served as a lieutenant colonel in the US Army reserves. [214][215][216] In April 2011, she ranked No. The Miami Herald called it "a romantic comedy so rote, dull and predictable",[50] and the press opined that Witherspoon was the only reason the film attracted such a large audience. 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The proud parents, who split back in 2006, both. She is a longtime supporter of Save the Children, an organization that helps provide children around the world with education, healthcare and emergency aid. Thank goodness", "Reese Witherspoon in Talks to Star in 'Home Again' (EXCLUSIVE)", "Wrinkle in Time Cast Announced as Filming Begins", "Reese Witherspoon Interview Series to Kick Off Her Hello Sunshine Channel Debut on AT&T, DirecTV", "Apple Lands New Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston TV Show", "Apple celebrates "The Morning Show," coming to Apple TV+ November 1", "Golden Globes Nominations: 'Marriage Story', Netflix, 'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood' Lead Way In Film Full List Of Nominations", "This was our very last day of shooting @themorningshow. ". [6] In 2000, Witherspoon had a supporting role in American Psycho as Patrick Bateman's trophy girlfriend, and made a cameo appearance in Little Nicky as the mother of the Antichrist. She has since worked primarily in television, producing and starring in several female-led literary adaptations under her company Hello Sunshine. [7] The two were married from 1986 to 1988. Since 2017, the club's most influential pick has been Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. [223] That year, she was awarded, by the committee's unanimous vote, the American Cinematheque for being "a perfect example of an actress flourishing in today's world" and "an active and successful movie producer who is moving her career forward both behind and in front of the camera". [135], Witherspoon appeared in Philippe Falardeau's drama The Good Lie, based on a true story about an employment counselor assigned to help four young Sudanese refugees, known as Lost Boys of Sudan, who win a lottery for relocation to the U.S.[136][137] It was released on October 3, 2014. [45], In 2002, Witherspoon starred in several features, such as Greta Wolfcastle in The Simpsons episode "The Bart Wants What It Wants", and as Cecily in the comedy The Importance of Being Earnest, a film adaptation of Oscar Wilde's play in which she received a Teen Choice Award nomination. From starring in countless award-winning TV shows and movies to founding a female-focused production company and book club, the Legally Blonde star has done it all. They're thriving in the world and I'm so happy for them.". Some of the products are being manufactured and designed in-house, and the brand was launched online before opening its first retail outlet in 2015 in her hometown of Nashville, Tennessee. Visit Insider's homepage for more stories. Witherspoon was carefully costumed to conceal her pregnancy during filming. The deal valued the company at $900 million. "I never expected the kind of relationship that I have with them, but it's so rewarding to be able to have kids that you can process life with a little bit, and they help me understand the complexities of what it means to be a human now," she told Tracee Ellis Ross during the interview. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, she gave fans a glimpse of what it was like homeschooling her young son. The Big Little Lies star shared a rare snap on Sunday (Oct. 13), beaming alongside sibling John. [73][74] Witherspoon has expressed her passion for the film: "I really like in this film that it is realistic and portrays sort of a real marriage, a real relationship where there are forbidden thoughts and fallibility. For the first of these, she won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Limited Series. On Mother's Day in 2022, Ava shared a throwback photo of herself and Witherspoon. For Interview magazine, Witherspoon opened up about what it's been like to watch both Ava and Deacon grow up. These include the HBO drama series Big Little Lies (20172019), the Apple TV+ drama series The Morning Show (2019present), and the Hulu miniseries Little Fires Everywhere (2020). was dane witherspoon related to reece? [197] The club was born out of her Instagram account, where she posted photos of books she read. [37] Director Alexander Payne said "She's [Witherspoon] got that quality that men find attractive, while women would like to be her friend. 934 following. "So I'm really, really grateful that these little humans are in my life. "[132] Wild was considered as Witherspoon's "comeback" role following her previous career slump,[133][134] and she earned a second Academy Award nomination for her performance. Witherspoon ultimately quit acting and started residing in Colorado. [8], Although he continued to work as an actor for a few more years, Witherspoon eventually retired from the profession and lived in Denver, Colorado, where he died at age 56. Gena Rowlands", "Video: Who Influences Reese Witherspoon? Oh yeah, she gets dumped. "[22], In 1998, Witherspoon had major roles in three films: Overnight Delivery, Pleasantville and Twilight. [15][57], In 2004, Witherspoon starred in Vanity Fair, adapted from the 19th-century classic novel Vanity Fair and directed by Mira Nair. "My first memories of makeup are of [watching] my grandmother and the way she does her lipstick and her blush and her eyeliner. Meryl Streep. [157] The first two episodes were in the final stages of being shot before the production shutdown. And it was really clear that audiences weren't responding to anything I was putting out there. [250] On April 19, 2013, Witherspoon was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct after Toth was stopped for suspicion of driving under the influence. Laura Jeanne Reese Witherspoon was born on March 22, 1976,[2] at Southern Baptist Hospital, in New Orleans, Louisiana, while her father, John Draper Witherspoon, was a student at Tulane University medical school. But it doesn't come as a surprise to Phillippe. [178][179], Witherspoon owned a production company called Type A Films, which the media believed was a nickname from her childhood, "Little Miss Type A". [239], Witherspoon dated her Rendition co-star Jake Gyllenhaal from 2007 until 2009. [130] Wild was released in December 2014 to critical acclaim;[131] Michael Phillips of Chicago Tribune wrote in his review, "Witherspoon does the least acting of her career, and it works. [24] Later that year, she made her television debut role in Wildflower with Patricia Arquette. The film was released in October 2007 and it was her first film appearance since the 2005's Walk the Line. He passed away in 2014 at the age of 56. [33] Director Gary Ross applauded her efforts saying, "she commits to a character so completely and she understands comedy". It makes my heart beat hard because I want to buy everything. [88] However, Witherspoon did not appear in a live-action film for two years after Four Christmases. Reese grew up together with her elder brother, John Draper Witherspoon Jr., who earns his living as a real estate agent. Directed by McG and released by 20th Century Fox, This Means War, saw Witherspoon's character at the center of a battle between best friends (played by Chris Pine and Tom Hardy), who are both in love with her. She continued, "If I told you how much space in my brain they take up every day do you even think they know, Gayle? "[30] Witherspoon's performance won her the Best Actress Award at the Cognac Police Film Festival and helped establish her as a rising star. [149] In December 2017, HBO renewed Big Little Lies for a second season, which premiered in June 2019. ", "Women in Entertainment Power 100: The Stars", "If you've got time tonight.at 7PM on PBS #ActorsOnActorswatch me chat with one of my idols #MichaelKeaton", "The Movie That Had the Biggest Influence on Reese Witherspoon", "Reese Witherspoon Loves Pinterest & Jennifer Aniston CONAN on TBS", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Reese_Witherspoon&oldid=1139987180, This page was last edited on 17 February 2023, at 21:45. [196], In 2017, Witherspoon started Reese's Book Club. She made her acting debut in The Man in the Moon (1991). The show marks Witherspoon's first unscripted role in television. But kids that age don't like you to call them. "[75] After the success of Walk the Line, Witherspoon starred in the fantasy Penelope, as Annie, the best friend of Penelope (Christina Ricci), a girl who has a curse in her family. [103][104][105] The film was panned by critics, with a 25% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes,[106] and fared poorly at the box office, taking fifth place on its opening weekend with sales of $17.6 million. "[44] The film earned her a second nomination for Best Actress at the Golden Globes, and an MTV Movie Award for Best Comedic Performance. While in N.Y.C. "Your gigantic heart, generous spirit, and endless creativity inspire me every day. 29M followers. "Love my dinner date ," the proud parent captioned the pictures. Physically flawed? Every day that I get to watch you become the most amazing woman is such a gift," Witherspoon wrote. Calmly yet restlessly, she brings to life Strayed's longings, her states of grief and desire and her wary optimism. [124] Although the film received mainly negative reviews; London's Evening Standard thought Witherspoon was "the strongest, most involving character". [84] Despite negative reviews from critics, the film was a box office success, earning more than $120 million domestically and $157 million worldwide. [205][206] Forbes also put her on the top ten Trustworthy Celebrities list. [111][112] Following its American debut at the Sundance Film Festival on January 19, 2013,[113] the film had a limited release in selected North American theaters on April 26, 2013. Dane Witherspoon (1957-2014), . Here's everything to know about Witherspoon's three children. [81] The film received mostly mixed reviews and was deemed a major disappointment at the Toronto International Film Festival. Robin Wright 's first husband, Dane Witherspoon, who costarred with her in the soap opera Santa Barbara, has died. Reese Witherspoon, our favorite Southern belle, has won us over with her movie representations of multidimensional women, from the gorgeous Elle Woods to the ethically dubious Elena Richardson, throughout her three-decade career. Witherspoon shares daughter Ava Phillippe, 23, and son Deacon Phillippe, 19, with ex-husband Ryan Phillippe, as well as son Tennessee James Toth, 10, with her current husband Jim Toth. [72][73][45], Witherspoon and Phoenix received a nomination for "collaborative video of the year" from the CMT Music Awards. I have two adult children now, Tracee. The following month, Witherspoon celebrated her daughter's 23rd birthday with a sweet Instagram post, showing off a snap of the mother-daughter duo posing in front of a beach sunset. [114][115], Witherspoon next starred in Devil's Knot, which was directed by Atom Egoyan, and based on the true crime book of the same name, examining the controversial case of the West Memphis Three. In the clip, Diane commented on various male. [126][127][128] She also produced and starred in the biographical adventure Wild (2014), based on Cheryl Strayed's memoir of the same name. I would say it's the biggest part of my life. "[83] In 2008, Witherspoon starred with Vince Vaughn in the comedy Four Christmases, a story about a couple who must spend their Christmas Day trying to visit all four of their divorced parents. [228], Witherspoon met actor Ryan Phillippe at her 21st birthday party in March 1997. From starring in countless award-winning TV shows and movies to founding a female-focused production company and book club, the Legally. [7] Her mother, Mary Elizabeth "Betty" (ne Reese) Witherspoon, is from Harriman, Tennessee. [259] Witherspoon has been nominated for two Academy Awards, nine Golden Globe Awards,[45] four Screen Actors Guild Awards (SAG Awards), and two British Academy Film Awards (BAFTAs). SHE'S A . Many people have commented on the fact that Deacon and Ava are spitting images of their parents. In an interview subsequent to her casting in the film, Egoyan noted that although the role requires "an emotionally loaded journey," he "met with Reese, and talked at length about the project, and she's eager to take on the challenge. [41] Roger Ebert commented, "Witherspoon effortlessly animated this material with sunshine and quick wit",[42] and the critic from Salon magazine wrote "she [Witherspoon] delineates Elle's character beautifully". Deacon is following in his parent's footsteps and pursuing a career in the entertainment industry. The series premiered on February 19, 2017, on HBO and finished on April 2. After getting his acting degree from ACT, Witherspoon went to Hollywood where he landed small roles in The Waltons and Eight Is Enough. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. Although Witherspoon keeps him out of the public eye, she has occasionally shared some shots of her youngest on social media over the years, including many birthday tributes. the caption read. [231][232][233] They have two children together, daughter Ava Elizabeth Phillippe, born on September 9, 1999;[234][235] and son Deacon Reese Phillippe, born on October 23, 2003. While her mom inspires her in many ways, Ava is carving out her own path. Dane Witherspoon, the former soap opera star who was once married to Robin Wright, has died at age 56. Ava posted a sweet picture for his birthday, writing, "Happy happy birthday to this bold, sensitive, smart, & energetic boy. Reese Witherspoon spent some time in Nashville recently to celebrate her big brother's birthday. That's weirdly similar,' " she explained. "[80], Witherspoon appeared in the thriller Rendition, in which she played Isabella El-Ibrahim, the pregnant wife of a bombing suspect. You carry that baggage all your life. [5][6] He was in private practice as an otolaryngologist until 2012. Verified. On Dec. 8, 2022, Ava looked edgy at the Celine Fashion Show, which was held at The Wiltern in L.A. 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[125], In 2012, Witherspoon founded production company Pacific Standard (now part of Hello Sunshine). As far as her personal life goes, she has been dating Owen Mahoney since 2019, whom she met at UC Berkeley. [187] In 2006, she was among a group of actresses who went to New Orleans, Louisiana in a CDF project to publicize the needs of Hurricane Katrina victims. On Oct. 4, 2022, Witherspoon visited the set of Today with Hoda & Jenna. The two were seen twinning in the orange blossom print from Witherspoon's Draper James clothing line.
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